Receptionist/Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
37 hrs pw, term-time only (8am – 4pm Mon – Thurs & 8am – 3.30pm Fri)
(work 39 weeks/paid 45.05 weeks)
LGA/NJC Scale 4a SCP 9 – 10 Actual Salary range £20,094 - £20,463
Blatchington Mill School needs a Receptionist to join the Administration Team at this successful and popular large secondary school.
This role is very important, being the first point of contact with our school for students, families and visitors. We seek candidates who understand the essential balance to be welcoming and friendly alongside the need to be professional and highly efficient.
We take Safeguarding and Child Protection seriously at Blatchington Mill School and the diligence of our Receptionists is key to these procedures.
Whilst managing the reception desk you would also be required to operate the school’s switchboard and electronic gates, there are a range of administrative tasks that are associated with this role. It is desirable for staff to be qualified in first aid although training in this area is offered.
We welcome applications from candidates with experience of similar roles either in an educational setting or elsewhere.
For further details and an application form please visit:
www.blatchingtonmill.org.uk>Our Staff > Vacancies
CVs alone will not be considered.
Closing date: Friday 30th June 2023 at noon.
Interview date: 12th July 2023
Please send your completed application forms via email to recruitment@blatchingtonmill.org.ukaddressed to Amanda Brasington, PA to the Headteacher
Blatchington Mill School is committed to safeguarding our students; we expect all staff and volunteers to support this commitment. Criminal record checks will be carried out and a full, enhanced DBS clearance is required for all positions.
Applications are encouraged from black and ethnic minority candidates, as these groups are under-represented on the school's staff.
(Race Relations Act sections 35-38 apply).
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £20,094.00-£20,463.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hove: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 30/06/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,094 - £20,463 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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